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And Phil McKnight, chief executive of Quiksilver, the largest board-sports brand, was a surfer who helped build the label in the 1970s by selling the company's shorts to fellow surfers from the back of a truck. Several board-sports entrepreneurs are professional athletes, and they have an automatic appeal for consumers and merchants. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Johnston takes break to win Quiksilver King of the Peak Nov 6, 2006
Jeremy Johnston won Sunday's Quiksilver King of the Peak surfing competition at Sebastian Inlet after prevailing in seven heats and scoring 8 ... 2 score on his final wave of the day -- to clinch the 11th annual $11,600 Quiksilver King of the Peak surfing contest. (Florida Today)
Hello, Is Anybody Home? Oct 21, 2006
Surf and skate brands Quiksilver, Roxy and Volcom have made billions in this market. Again, not one showed here this week. (Los Angeles Times)
Orange County Oct 4, 2006
Surf style pretty much started here think Quiksilver, Hurley, Billabong, Op. And Vans, Paul Frank, Oakley, and Urban Decay are also headquartered in these parts. (Style.com -- Trends)
Parkinson finally catches break Oct 2, 2006
Pipe dream Australia's Joel Parkinson hooks into a tube on his way to claiming the Quiksilver Pro ... HOSSEGOR, France: Joel Parkinson beat Mick Fanning in an all-Australian final of the Quiksilver Pro on Saturday to claim his first world surfing victory of the year and climb to fourth place in the rankings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Strong wind puts Quiksilver Pro on hold Sep 25, 2006
Strong onshore winds and marginal surf conditions have forced organisers to call another lay day at the Quiksilver Pro at Hossegor, France ... au/news/SPORT/Strong-wind-puts-Quiksilver-Pro-on-hold/2006/09/25/1159036465374. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
FEATURE - Action Sports Apparel Makers Heed Organic Call Sep 14, 2006
"We're all guilty," Quiksilver Inc Chief Executive Bob McKnight told Reuters at the recent Magic Marketplace apparel trade show held in Las Vegas ... Quiksilver, the largest US maker of surfwear, recently launched an organic line of T-shirts ... Shoppers can make an online contribution of a portion of the purchase price to an environmental cause sponsored by the Quiksilver Foundation. (Planet Ark, United States)
Not that hard being green Sep 9, 2006
Top names in the surfing and skating world like Volcom and Quiksilver are getting into the booming organic-clothing market ... With the growth of organic clothes, the price to provide them has come down, said Josh Katz, a spokesman for Quiksilver ... Katz said Quiksilver's organic cotton T-shirts cost only slightly more than its regular printed T-shirts. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Quiksilver 3Q Profit Falls Sep 8, 2006
(AP) - Surf and ski clothing and equipment company Quiksilver Corp. said Thursday its third-quarter profit fell on higher interest costs and other expenses but matched Wall Street's expectations ... During this year's quarter, Quiksilver saw its interest expense more than double to $11 ... Looking ahead, Quiksilver said softness in the golf market means it expects fourth-quarter profit per share to be 51 cents per share on revenue of between $745 million and $750 million. (CNBC -- Research Alerts)
Surf's up in Glendale - well gear is Sep 7, 2006
The shop, which opened in May 2005, carries all the well-known surf brands: Quiksilver, Roxy, Rainbow, Reef, Lucy Love and Billabong. One brand you can't miss is Paul Frank. (AZCentral -- Business)
Gidget Gone Global Aug 26, 2006
"If you go to agencies in L.A. or New York, more fashion-centered agencies, they tend to have glamorous types," says Tom Adler, an art director who has worked with Quiksilver, Ralph Lauren and other brands. But at Jet Set, "the girls are all down to earth and sweet but hip. They all have that same quality, which is something Cindy picks out.". (Los Angeles Times)
Wonder woman Aug 25, 2006
Don't wait for tomorrow to give your life to Jesus, Hosoi urged the crowd of young skaters, pros and industry types that gathered at the Quiksilver headquarters in Huntington Beach last week for the premiere of Rising Son, The Legend of Skateboarder Christian Hosoi. He invited all in attendance to visit him at The Sanctuary in Huntington Beach, where he is associate pastor. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Determining Your Company's Culture Aug 3, 2006
For instance, if you walked into the headquarters of surf ware manufacturer Quiksilver in Huntington Beach, California, in a suit and tie, you'd be very out of place. Likewise, if you walked into electronics manufacturer Toshiba in Irvine, California, with spiked hair and a skateboard under your arm, you'd feel like you didn't belong. (Entrepreneur)
New world surf record set in Bali Jul 15, 2006
"It was a case of bodies and boards everywhere, but everyone's pretty stoked," Quiksilver surfwear spokesman and attempt coordinator Simon MacGregor told AAP. ... Coordinated by the Quiksilver Boardriding School, the record coincided with an international junior surfing contest known as the "King of the Groms" and was organised by Balinese surfers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Bali attempts world surfing record Jul 12, 2006
"It will be a great thing to bring some light back onto Bali," Quiksilver surfwear spokesman and attempt coordinator Simon MacGregor told AAP.. Coordinated by the Quiksilver Boardriding School, the attempt will take place on Saturday at the "Halfway" break on Kuta Beach and is timed to coincide with an international junior surfing contest known as the "King of the Groms". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Hot Tuna 'International' PLC: Appointment of Elle Macpherson as Executive Director Jul 10, 2006
"Elle Macpherson is not currently a director or partner, nor has been a director or partner within the last 5 years, of any companies or partnerships.There are no other details to be disclosed under AIM Rules Schedule 2 (g).- Ends -For further information:Hot Tuna (International) PLC Ranjit Murugason, Chairman Tel: +44 (0) 20 7372 9378 Seymour Pierce Limited Sarah Wharry / Parimal Kumar Tel: +44 (0) 20 7107 8000 www.seymourpierce.comMedia enquiries:Abchurch Henry Harrison-Topham / Chris Lane... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
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Hawk launched his own line of skater-influenced apparel in the late 1990s, and now the label is produced by Quiksilver exclusively for Kohl's stores, emphasizing skateboarding's mainstream appeal. "In the late '90s, no one really cared about kids looking cool. It was all Gymboree or OshKosh B'Gosh -- all the kids looked like little dolls. I wanted skate jeans and surfer trunks for my kids,"' says Hawk, whose children are 13, 7 and 4 years old. (Sioux City Journal)
Hot Tuna International PLC: Acquisition of Australian licensee & Key management hires in Australia and United Kingdom Jul 4, 2006
Subsequently, Chris spent 8 years at Quiksilver where he was part of the strategic management team based in the UK which drove the business from small beginnings to such a position of strength in the surf lifestyle market in the UK such that the UK became the number two country in Europe for Quiksilver in terms of profitability, sales, and brand positioning ... Commenting on the appointment, Ranjit Murugason, Chairman of Hot Tuna, said: "Chris' wealth of experience within the European extreme... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
The Simple Life Jun 30, 2006
QUIKSILVER () is a lifestyle retailer. You can tell because it sells surfing clothes in the middle of Times Square. (SmartMoney)
Teen wins Quiksilver King Jun 18, 2006 Sand and surf minus the sea Jun 2, 2006 Jack Trout: Leadership Is No. 1 May 25, 2006 More of this story May 12, 2006 Oahu: Peaceful in the 'off-season' May 10, 2006 Try it on for size May 7, 2006 Wiernicki looking for gold in Brazil May 5, 2006 Hot Tuna 'International' PLC: Acquisition of Remaining Stake in US Licensee Company May 4, 2006 Riding the Click Five wave Apr 28, 2006 'Magical start' for Slater Apr 21, 2006 Riding a Crowded Retail Wave Mar 17, 2006 The Boys in the Brand Mar 3, 2006
The 14-year-old part-time Satellite Beach resident grabbed five skins on Saturday to win the 8th Annual Quiksilver King of the Groms surfing contest. "This kid's been pursuing his dream for a long time," said Quiksilver representative Matt Kechele, the event's organizer ... Brothers earns a free trip to France in August for the Quiksilver World King of the Groms Championship, a contest featuring nine countries with the winner receiving a wild-card slot to compete on one of the World Championship... (Florida Today)
Hobgoods always picture-perfect Jun 15, 2006
By now, you know how the story ends, but Quiksilver's surfing film, "Letting Go," a documentary of Slater's seventh world championship last season, is a must-see film ... The eighth annual Quiksilver King of the Groms takes place from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Sebastian Inlet ... The Quiksilver surfers from Santa Cruz, Calif. (Florida Today)
The newly-opened Sunway Surf Beach at Jeffreys Bay is the worlds most unique entertainment venues and has drawn prestigious events like the Quiksilver Revolution Tour 06 and X-Games Asia 2006. The beach will be be officially launched in the second week of June. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Quiksilver (nyse: - - ), the dominant and very hip leader in surf and skate clothing, probably should keep their size and dominance under wraps. The founder, when asked why they didn't expand into wider distribution, replied, "Big is the enemy of cool.". (Forbes)
In a major upset yesterday at the Quiksilver ISA World Jr. Surfing Championships, Venuzuela s Rafael Pereira knocked USA s Dillon Perillo and Kauai s Dylan Melamed out of the competition. All teams have now lost at least one competitor from the event and four countries share equal first place defending world junior champions Hawaii, and Australia, South Africa and France. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
The big names here are Local Motion, Billabong and Quiksilver. Haleiwa is where Queen Lilioukalani, Hawaii's last reigning monarch, spent her summers. (CNN -- International)
Skip the Vans, Roxy and Quiksilver stores, but do stop in Pret A Manger, the local sandwich chain, for an early lunch. The Mature Cheddar and Pret Pickle is a guilty pleasure lots of mayonnaise and cheese, very naughty, very English. (Los Angeles Times)
The U.S. will be seeking its first gold medal in the Quiksilver ISA World Junior Surfing Championships (May 6-14) in Maresias, Brazil, following a bronze medal (2005) and a silver medal (2004) ... However, if things go as planned, Wiernicki will be in the spotlight in surfing's version of the Olympics when Team USA takes on the world at the 2006 Quiksilver ISA World Junior Surfing Championships running from Saturday through May 14 in Maresias, Brazil ... Last June, he won the Quiksilver King of... (Florida Today)
The Company now owns all intellectual property rights to its name and related iconography, and has put in place key management drawn from the executive ranks of Quiksilver, O'Neill and Ocean Pacific, among others. Headquartered in the UK, Hot Tuna operates design, marketing and distribution hubs in the USA and the UK, with exclusive licensed apparel and accessories businesses in Australia and New Zealand. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
HOW fitting that The Click Fives first visit to Malaysia saw them performing at the Quiksilver Revolution Tour at Sunway Lagoon Theme Park ... Boston-based band The Click Five performing at the Quiksilver Revolution Tour at Sunway Lagoon. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
"Watching him on the Internet, he inspired me to get out there," laughed Townend, who last month was back home in his native Coolangatta, Australia, to witness Slater win the first event of the season, the Quiksilver Pro. "He was surfing like he was 16 at Sebastian Inlet, schooling all the new-schoolers. He's just great.". (Florida Today)
Both retailers sell the iconic brands Billabong, Quiksilver and O'Neill but Zumiez also sells more edgy new lines such as Obey, Green Apple Tree and LRG as well as hard goods such as skateboards. As a result, some young shoppers and at least one analyst have deemed Zumiez more "core" than PacSun. (Los Angeles Times)
surfing and dreaming of starting a sportswear label of the Volcom or Quiksilver variety. While studying at Claremont McKenna College, he interned with lifestyle clothing giant Abercrombie & Fitch, apprenticing in the merchandising and men's design departments. (Los Angeles Times)
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